VK2RFG is connected via WIRES-X to VK2RFG-ROOM by default. If you wish to connect to another node or room, simply perform your search and connect (or connect using your saved favourites) as usual. The default connection to VK2RFG-ROOM will be dropped and your new connection will be enabled.

NOTE

New connections will only remain active for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the following will occur.

If the repeater is idle, it will disconnect immediately, then return to VK2RFG-ROOM 30 seconds later.

If the repeater is busy, it will maintain the connection until 20 seconds after voice communication has ended, then it will disconnect, then return to VK2RFG-ROOM 30 seconds later.

If you are still actively using the connection after 30 minutes and it is disconnected, you will need to reconnect.

VK2RFG-ROOM on WIRES-X is linked to BrandMeister DMR TalkGroup 50594. This TalkGroup allows DMR users to exclusively access VK2RFG via C4FM (Fusion). Fusion users on VK2RFG will need to operate in DN mode to be heard on the DMR TalkGroup. Transmissions in VW mode will not be heard on 50594.

All digital activity on VK2RFG in DN mode can be monitored via Brandmeister’s Hoseline at the following link.

TPMDXC

The Ted Powell Memorial DX Challenge is a fun and relaxed contest where you try to work the most wanted DX in your own time over a 3 month period. It’s easy to participate and easy to enter. More info on the contest website.